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New trouble in Congo
Instability in Congo affects human rights there, and the cost of cellphones in the US.
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Ten ways Windows 8 outshines the iPad
Windows 8 is now available for anyone to download, and it already shows a ton of potential. In fact, Microsoft’s bold new OS, which reminds us a lot of Windows Phone, outshines the iPad in some key areas. Granted, there were things we didn’t like in our Windows 8 Consumer Preview – — and the iPad 3 or iPad HD is just around the corner– — but there’s no question that Apple will soon have a real fight on its hands. Here are the top 10 ways Windows 8 is better than the iPad right now.
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Top four ways Congo's instability affects the world
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In Pictures: Scenes from E3 2010
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Saving Money Xbox may drop to $99 by late May
A new Xbox console may be on the way, and that could mean deep discounts on the existing model next month. Could we see an Xbox under $100?
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Stocks edge higher to end turbulent week
Stocks edged higher on Wall Street Friday, as a mixed set of earnings capped a turbulent week on Wall Street. By many measures, stocks have endured a rough five days.
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Horizons Microsoft's vision: What an upgraded Kinect means for consumers
Microsoft has demoed the latest upgrades to the Kinect. Grabbing, pinching, swiping – it's all a part of Microsoft's vision for the future and the Kinect is leading the way.
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Horizons Sony's PlayStation 4: What you need to know
Sony revealed the PlayStation 4 last night, in what turned out to be a fulfilling and unfulfilling night.
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Horizons OUYA plans to release new video-game console every year
There's a new gaming system in town and it's name is OUYA. Hackable, portable, and affordable -- this new console will soon move from online pre-orders to in-store purchases.
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Opinion: Gabrielle Giffords and NRA are both right about one thing: US culture of violence
Gabrielle Giffords made a compelling plea at the Senate hearings on gun control today, but the National Rifle Association's Wayne LaPierre is also partly right: Banning guns won’t address a pervasive culture of violence that doesn't distinguish between real and virtual violence.
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Want a sneak peek at the next Xbox? Look at the Xbox 360.
Microsoft keeps adding reasons to turn on the Xbox 360. Do these new features actually lay the groundwork for the next Xbox?
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Horizons Next Xbox will include Blu-ray, Kinect 2.0, and AR glasses: report
A British magazine has published details on the next Microsoft Xbox video game console. Just don't call it the Xbox 720.
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Saving Money Black Friday 2012: the best gaming and toy deals so far
Black Friday is a great time to get amazing deals on the best new video games and toys. Check out the lastest in gaming and toy deals for Black Friday 2012.
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Horizons Weeks after launch of Windows 8, Microsoft's Windows guru waves goodbye
Windows and Windows Live President Steven Sinofsky is leaving Microsoft. What's behind his exit?
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Horizons Is Microsoft building an Xbox Surface gaming tablet?
A gaming-specific Xbox Surface tablet is reportedly on the way from Microsoft.
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Halo 4, Black Ops II top holiday video game lists
Halo 4 ranks high on holiday wish lists, squeaking by Call of Duty: Black Ops II.
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Rio de Janeiro on building spree for Olympics, World Cup – but at what cost?
Brazil has lifted millions out of poverty in the past decade. But Rio's transformation in the lead-up to the Olympics and World Cup may be hurting those left behind.
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Stir It Up! Creamy tomato chipotle soup
Now is the perfect time to use season-peak tomatoes from the gardens or the local farmer’s market. The addition of a chipotle pepper gives this soup a spicy, smokey flavor. Add a simple green salad and a French baguette on the side.
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Horizons Microsoft shaves $40 off price of Kinect
The Xbox Kinect will now retail for $109.99, Microsoft announced today.
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'We're NASA and We Know It' video spoofs JPL Mars team. How cool is that?
'We're NASA and We Know It' is a slickly produced rap video that mocks, and celebrates, the landing of the Mars rover Curiosity and the 'outside-the-box' team at JPL that made it happen.
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Briefing
New trouble in Congo
Instability in Congo affects human rights there, and the cost of cellphones in the US.
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Ouya passes $3 million in pledges – and isn't slowing down
"Do you realize what you've done? You proved consoles aren't dead. You shocked the world. And us!" Ouya founder Julie Uhrman told supporters on funding site Kickstarter.
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Can Windows 8 tablets rekindle Microsoft's mojo?
Microsoft introduced its own pair of tablet computers running Windows 8 software.
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Horizons Windows tablet: What does Microsoft have in store?
Microsoft is widely expected to unveil a Windows 8-powered tablet at a press event in Los Angeles today.
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Horizons Microsoft days away from revealing its own Windows RT tablet: report
According to one report, Microsoft is very close to releasing a Windows RT tablet. But does Microsoft stand a chance against Apple?
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Horizons Nintendo shows off Wii U titles, 'Miiverse' platform
At E3 this week, Nintendo provided additional details about its forthcoming Wii U console.
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Decoder Wire Psst, students. Still hope for low-rate student loans, despite Senate balking
Without a fix, interest on some subsidized federal student loans would double to 6.8 percent starting July 1. But Thursday's Senate votes are still just theater. Expect parties to haggle over the cash until June 29.
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The Simple Dollar Save big by asking about returned items
When a store accepts a returned or open-box item, they have to do something with it. Often, you can get these products for a fraction of the original price.
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Microsoft to release $99 Xbox 360 with Kinect?
The Verge reports that Microsoft has plans to launch a $99 Xbox 360, with Kinect and a two-year subscription, "as early as next week."
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